15th May, 2019 10:00

Country House and Asian Art Auction

 
Lot 440
 

A George III mahogany bracket clock by James Maitland

A George III mahogany bracket clock by James Maitland, London, late 18th century, the arched glazed case with gilt brass swing handle above a bevelled moulding and door with inner brass border enclosing a 7 inch arched and silvered varnished dial with Roman and Arabic numerals and inscribed in italics 'James Maitland, London', strike/silent dial in the arch, the double fusee movement with verge escapement and pull repeat mechanism striking on a bell, glazed sides and rear door on a stepped plinth and brass ogee bracket feet, 38cm high, 17cm deep 26cm wide (plinth)

Sold for £1,000


Condition Report
Varnished dial peeling, note cracks to case, and general wear and tear commensurate with age and daily use. Movement not guaranteed

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